File extension .CIMG
Full Name | Developer | Category |
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CImg Image Format | CImg | Raster Image Files |
A CIMG (CImg Image File) is a type of data file that holds digital graphic information. It can store 2D, 3D, and animation images in the form of bitmaps or vector images and can also contain audio/visual content. This file format is associated with CImg Library and typically used for scientific purposes including image processing, computer vision, and 3D rendering. It can typically be accessed by any type of computer, provided the relevant software is installed.
Image Formats
The CIMG file extension supports several types of imaging formats, such as BMP, JPEG, TIFF, PNG, HDR, EXR, HEIF, AVIF, and RAW. It also contains audio/visual data in AVI or Digital Video (DV) formats. Compression algorithms such as LZW (Lempel-Zif-Welch Algorithm), JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group), RLE (Run Length Encoding), CIE JPEG (Compression Inferior Engine) and Arithmétique de Golomb-Rice (AGR) can also be used. The CIMG file extension is similar to other graphics files like .PNG, .JPG, .GIF, .TIF and .BMP.
Content Editing
CIMG files are usually the primary output of programs like Adobe Photoshop, Corel PaintShop Pro, or GIMP. These graphics programs allow users to easily edit the content stored in the CIMG file, such as by adding text and drawings to an image or editing the color and contrast of a photo. In addition to this basic content editing, experienced users can create custom filters and actions that can be applied to the image data stored in a CIMG file.
Programs for WINDOWS system
Programs for MAC system
Programs for LINUX system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .CIMG) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .CIMG extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .CIMG file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .CIMG extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .CIMG extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .CIMG file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .CIMG file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .CIMG file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .CIMG file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .CIMG file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines

Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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